Oppo F31 Pro Plus 5G review: 10 things to know about the new mid-ranger
Oppo’s new F31 Pro+ 5G enters the Rs. 30,000–35,000 range with solid fundamentals — a bright AMOLED display, reliable performance, and a massive battery. But in a market dominated by many rivals, does it do enough to stand out? Here’s a closer look in ten points.
Design: Familiar and Functional The Oppo F31 Pro+ 5G sticks to the safe lane — slim, comfortable to hold, and available in Gemstone Blue, Himalayan White, and Festival Pink. At 195g, it’s reasonably light for a 7,000mAh phone. The triple ingress protection (IP66, IP68, and IP69) is a rare bonus at this price.
2/10
Display: Sharp and Smooth Its 6.8-inch AMOLED panel offers crisp visuals and a buttery 120Hz refresh rate. Colours are vivid without being oversaturated, and peak brightness holds up well outdoors. The AGC DT-Star D+ protection feels reassuring.
3/10
Build Quality: Solid Everyday Performer Plastic frame, glass back — standard mid-range fare. Nothing premium, but nothing flimsy either.
4/10
Software: Heavy-Handed ColorOS 15 on Android 15 brings fluid animations and customisation options, but the bloatware situation is annoying. With only two years of OS updates promised, it lags behind competitors like OnePlus and Samsung.
Performance: Smooth and reliable The Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chip handles multitasking and casual gaming well. But power users might spot throttling under extended load.
6/10
RAM and Storage: Generous, Yet Conventional Up to 12GB of LPDDR4X RAM and 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage is solid, though faster LPDDR5 or UFS 4.0 would have future-proofed it better.
7/10
Cameras: Consistent, Not Class-Leading The 50MP primary camera clicks well-balanced shots in daylight, while the 32MP front camera impresses for selfies. Low-light output is serviceable, though noise creeps in. The 2MP monochrome sensor adds little value.
8/10
Battery: A Genuine Strength At 7,000mAh, it’s a beast. Easily lasts two days of moderate use, and the 80W fast charger (thankfully included) tops it up in under an hour.
Connectivity and Audio: Modern Enough 5G support is wide, and call quality is clear. Stereo speakers get the job done, though they lack depth.
10/10
Gets the basics right The Oppo F31 Pro+ 5G nails the basics — great battery, capable display, and solid build — but plays it too safe. At Rs. 32,999, it’s a dependable all-rounder for mainstream users, yet lacks the flair or camera magic to truly excite enthusiasts.
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